French Couple Faces Jail Time, Fine for Stealing Sand from Sardinia Beach
In this June 29, 2019 photo, people enjoy the white sand and pristine waters of Chia beach, on the Italian island of Sardinia, Italy. (AP Photo/Karl A. Ritter) At a Glance The sand was discovered in the couple's car as they waited to board a ferry.They told officials they just wanted a souvenir.Sardinia's sand is protected by law but there is a black market for it on the internet. A French couple picked the wrong souvenir to take home from...